Ten days after the assignment conferred by Emmanuel Macron al centrist François Bayrouand three weeks after the fall of the government of Michel Barnierthe new executive was announced Frenchmade up of 34 ministers. Among the members of the new government, notable figures such as the Republican stand out Bruno Retailleauwho will retain his role as Minister of the Interior, and Eric Lombard, director general of Caisse des Dépôts et Consignationswho will take over the leadership of the Ministry of Economy. Also, Manuel Vallsformer Prime Minister below François Hollandewill be the new Minister of the Overseas Territories.
The new government, the forty-sixth of Fifth Republicis characterized by perfect parity of typewith 17 male and female ministers. The formation of this executive was the result of complex negotiations, culminating with the announcement by the secretary general of the Elysée, Alexi Kohler. The first council of ministers is set for January 3 at 10 am.
Among the priorities of the new government is the preparation of the budget for 2025, an urgent and delicate task, considering the recent political crisis which led to the fall of the previous executive. Bayrou's team includes members of the previous administration, dominated by conservatives, and new figures from centrist and left-wing circles, a sign of an attempt at political balance and inclusiveness.
The announcement of the new government marks a crucial moment for France, which is facing significant economic and social challenges.
